The Supreme Court said that medical seats should not remain vacant when India is facing a shortage of doctors. This came while hearing petitions asking admission authorities to hold a special or stray counseling round for unfilled seats. These requests were made even after five rounds of counseling had already been completed. The court stressed the need to use all available resources to address the country’s healthcare challenges.
The Bombay High Court investigating the tragic death of a pregnant woman and her stillborn child following a C-section performed under a mobile flashlight during a power outage. The petitioner, the woman’s husband, is seeking compensation and a thorough investigation. The Court has requested responses from medical authorities and the hospital, and highlighted the need for compliance with medical ethics regulations.